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ingsland, Georgia, St. Marys’ neighbor to the K west, is experiencing an exciting revitalization in their downtown area and leading the way is one really cool place—The Makery on Lee.

Proprietor Angela Halliwell says that every day brings a new experience and new rewards when she sees how happy (and often surprised) her customers are after having completed their own DIY project.

“People just love the feeling they get from making something themselves,” Angela said.

“The Makery gives them an opportunity to get creative, learn a new craft, and make something truly one-of-a-kind.”

Angela had always dreamed of owning her own business, but it wasn’t until her family was stationed in Pearl Harbor (husband Shawn is a

Navy man) that she discovered what her business should be.

Starting as a stay-at-home mom, she was continued ... Workshop in progress.

trying to pass the time during deployments and learn some crafts which led to her “carving out a path to my yellow brick road.” She began to share with friends and teaching others and after their return to Camden County (Angela is a local girl and loves her hometown community), she realized there was a need in the market for an authentic “Makery,” a dedicated DIY makers space.

What exactly is a “Makery” you may ask.

First of all the maker movement is a cultural trend that places value on an individual’s ability to be a creator of things. We call them “Makers.” And a Makery is a place where makers can gather to get inspired, to learn, to share, and to use tools that might not be affordable on an individual basis. Such is what Angela Halliwell is providing at 111 Lee Street in Kingsland.

Angela has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of appreciation and support from the community.

“A day hasn’t gone by that someone hasn’t come to me and offered a helping hand in my endeavor,” Angela said.

Clearly, people are having fun and stirring up their creative inner spirit which Angela says some people don’t even realize they have.

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“Sometimes people come in reluctantly just to be with a friend or family member, and that is the most fun for me when they leave with a big smile on their face, so proud that they have created something beyond what they thought their abilities were,” Angela said.

She said that all ages are discovering the fun of being a maker and often take home their newly learned skill to create things on their own.

Angela guides her customers through the “making” process every step of the way, providing the materials and know-how that makes the creating easy.

Her husband, Shawn, has been an advocate for Angela following her dreams for many years.

“His ability to enable me to see my potential has been a driving force in this business development,” she said. “He often helps me with machinery operations and runs the bookkeeping side of the business. Together we make a great team.”

When asked what inspires Angela on a day-to-day basis, her answer comes quick: “Kindness. Everyone deserves to experience it and also deserves the opportunity to experience new things in life.”

Looking around Angela’s shop, you

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see hints of kindness in the creations she designs and you feel the kindness and camaraderie during her popular workshops.

As more and more people discover The Makery on Lee, her workshops are filling up with birthday parties, corporate events that include team building, bridal showers, and a real favorite—Ladies Night Out.

“When my customers walk out the door with a new-found sense of ability and accomplishment, I realize what a blessing it is to have a business that I love and customers that come back again and again,” Angela said.

Editor’s Note: The Makery on Lee is located at 111 South Lee Street in downtown Kingsland. Call 912-576-1988 for more information or visit them on FaceBook. 2000 Osborne Rd in St Marys

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